Midlands law firm mfg Solicitors is celebrating after a record 18 solicitors and departments from across the firm were ranked in the latest Legal 500 guide.
The recognition includes nine solicitors and nine departments, highlighting the breadth and strength of expertise across the firm.
Contentious probate partner Robert Weston has again been named in the prestigious ‘Hall of Fame’ category, marking the fifth consecutive year he has received national recognition. Meanwhile, employment partner Sally Morris has been named amongst the ‘Leading Partners’ for the third year, along with litigation partner Sam Pedley and agriculture and rural affairs partner, Alexandra Phillips both being named for a second consecutive year.
The guide also highlights partners Andrew Chandler, Sian Kenkre and David Raymont as Next Generation Partners, with all three receiving the accolade for the second year running.
Additionally, Legal Director Hannah Taylor has been named for the first time in the Leading Associate category. Also singled out again this year is Rebecca Rogers, with the litigation expert appearing in the same list two years in a row.
When it comes to the firm’s specialist departments, its Agricultural and Rural Affairs team retain its top Tier One status it has held since 2021, with mfg’s Family department retaining its Tier One standing which it was awarded in 2025.
Also maintaining their position for a second consecutive year are Contentious Trusts and Probate, Commercial Property and Commercial Litigation within Tier Two, Personal Tax, Trusts and Probate in Tier Three, and Employment and Property Litigation in Tier Four. The firm’s Corporate department has also moved up to Tier Three in the rankings, reflecting its continued progress and growth.
Andrew Davies, partner and managing director at mfg Solicitors said: “The Legal 500 is one of the most respected guides within our profession, showcasing solicitors the length and breadth of the UK. To have 18 individuals and departments recognised is a fantastic achievement and one which we are incredibly proud of.”
More than 250,000 people were interviewed during the past 12 months to produce the 2026 edition of the Legal 500. Firms and lawyers are recommended purely on merit.
mfg Solicitors has offices across the region in Kidderminster, Bromsgrove, Birmingham, Brierley Hill, Worcester, Telford and Ludlow.